Battery Disassembly and Test Technician

Emr-Uk

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work status

Job summary

EMR is hiring a Battery Disassembly Technician to support the operation of EMR’s Battery Disassembly Facility, disassembling high voltage packs and modules and maintaining safety and traceability. You will operate battery cyclers for discharge/testing and assist with documentation, under EMR procedures.

You will join a committed team driving a net-zero future with progression opportunities within EMR’s battery recycling division, and gain hands-on experience with electrical automotive systems in

Qualifications

Minimum BTEC or NVQ level 3 qualification in a relevant field.
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement.
Practical mechanical capability and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Removal and disassembly of high voltage batteries from vehicle to module level.
Connect batteries to battery cycler for discharging and testing.
Maintain documentation and traceability of disassembly work.
Operate and follow internal SOPs and local process documents.
Ensure safety and PPE compliance and participate in risk assessments.
Develop routines to maintain product quality and process efficiency.

Skills

Mechanically competent

Willingness to proactively learn

Practical problem solver

Operate basic test equipment

Education

BTEC or NVQ level 3

IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement

Tools

Forklift trucks

Test equipment

Job description

The only way to truly know the benefits of this culture is to experience it as an EMR employee, but some examples of the support we offer include:

Competitive pay rates and a bonus scheme
25 days annual leave plus the option to buy or sell leave
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Employee support, including life assurance and critical illness pay
Wellbeing Scheme, giving every colleague – and their dependents – unlimited access to GPs and counselling, as well as cash back on a wide range of health and wellbeing treatments
24/7 anonymous access to advice on any aspect of health and wellbeing
Financial wellbeing support, including access to affordable loans, savings plans, advanced earned pay and financial education
Savings on online purchases from retailers and utilities to entertainment and beyond

We’re proud to have achieved Great Place To Work status for three years running - and to be recognised among the UK's Best Workplaces in Manufacturing, Production & Transportation.

But it's about so much more than badges to us, it's about being recognised by our people for the continuous work we do to do better for them.

About Our Opportunity:

Are you looking for a sustainable career? Where no two days are the same? Whilst working for an ethical employer who truly makes a difference to our planet?

Not only does this role offer a rewarding career, but it also has a clear path for progression and career development- which means a bright future awaits.

By playing a key part in our bold commitment to transform our business into a provider of net zero carbon sustainable materials by 2040. Truly you will be making the world a be a better place to live for the next generation.

What You Will Be Doing:

Supporting the operation of EMR’s battery recycling process for the disassembly of High Voltage vehicle battery packs and modules by operating, maintaining & developing the Battery Disassembly Facility.

Key Responsibilities:

Removal and disassembly of high voltage batteries from vehicle to module level
Connect batteries to battery cycler for discharging and testing
Communication of disassembly status via utilisation documents
Maintenance of all equipmentin accordance with manufacturer’s or EMR’s procedures
Rectification/diagnosis of issues, engagement of Battery engineers where needed
Operate within and help develop internal standardised operating procedures and local process documents
Completion of in process records and documentationin order to maintain traceability
Work in line with company Health & Safety requirements together with use of required PPE
Performing and following risk assessments
Developing routines and best practices to ensure product quality

About You:

Useful Experience:

Minimum BTEC or NVQ level 3 qualification in a relevant field
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement
Mechanically competent
Willingness to proactively learn
Maintain safe and tidy workplaces to 5S standards
A practical problem solver, capable of evaluating problems through understanding and interpreting facts and data
Aware of electrical automotive high voltage systems
An understanding of battery system fundamentals is advantageous
Experienced with the assembly/disassembly of complex electro/mechanical components and systems
Operating forklift trucks
Able to set up and operate basic test equipment to perform diagnostic tests

Our purpose is to create a future where the materials we use don’t need to be extracted from the planet.

At EMR, we give new life to unwanted materials. Every year, we recycle 10 million tonnes of metals and plastics, saving 19 million tonnes of carbon from entering the Earth’s atmosphere, diverting waste from landfill and protecting resources and habitats.

We couldn’t do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth.

We’re proud to have achieved Great Place To Work status, but it’s about so much more than a badge. It’s about being recognised by our people for the continuous work we do to do better for them:

The people who work here are from varied backgrounds and have a variety of beliefs, all of which are accepted and respected.

I’m encouraged to keep a healthy work-life balance so that I can be performing at my best.

I’ve been supported every step of the way in my career progression.

EMR offers a fantastic and inclusive environment; collaboration across the whole business, humility and hard work.

We couldn’t do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth, underpinned by our Company values of We Care and We Do.